Find out how popular the last name Marema is in the United States and learn more about the meaning, history, and race and ethnic origin of people in America who are named Marema.

Marema, like all of the last names we have data for, is identified by the U.S. Census Bureau as a surname which has more than 100 occurrences in the United States in the Decennial Census survey. The most recent statistics we have for the Marema surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Marema in America

Marema is the 156044th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Marema surname appeared 104 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 0 people would have the surname Marema.

The history of the last name Marema

The surname Marema is of Italian origin, with its roots tracing back to the regions of Tuscany and Emilia-Romagna during the Middle Ages. Linguists believe the name is derived from the Latin word "maris," meaning "of the sea," suggesting that the earliest bearers of this name may have lived in coastal areas or were involved in maritime activities.

One of the earliest documented references to the Marema name can be found in the archives of the city of Pisa, dating back to the 13th century. In these records, a certain Guglielmo Marema is mentioned as a prominent merchant and ship-owner. This suggests that the name was already established and associated with seafaring activities during that time period.

In the 14th century, the Marema family gained prominence in the city of Bologna, where they were involved in the wool trade and held influential positions within the city's governing councils. Notably, Giacomo Marema (1320-1387) served as a magistrate and was instrumental in the establishment of the city's first public library.

As the Marema family expanded and spread throughout Italy, variations in spelling arose, such as Maremma, Maremmano, and Maremano. These variations often reflected regional dialects and the influence of local languages.

In the Renaissance era, the Marema name gained further recognition with the emergence of notable scholars and artists. One such figure was Antonio Marema (1451-1522), a celebrated painter from Florence who was commissioned to decorate several churches and palaces in the city.

During the 19th century, the Marema name found its way to other parts of Europe and beyond. Cesare Marema (1810-1878), an Italian economist and political theorist, gained recognition for his writings on free trade and economic reform. His work influenced the policies of various European nations at the time.

In more recent history, the Marema name has been carried by individuals from various fields, including Giulio Marema (1885-1957), an Italian sculptor known for his monumental works, and Enrico Marema (1920-2005), a renowned architect whose designs left a lasting impact on the cityscape of Milan.

While the Marema surname is not as widely distributed as some other Italian names, it continues to hold a place in the historical records and cultural fabric of Italy, serving as a reminder of the nation's rich maritime heritage and the contributions of its bearers throughout the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Marema

We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname Marema.

The below race categories are the modified race categories used in the Census Bureau's population estimates program. All people were categorized into six mutually exclusive racial and Hispanic origin groups:

1. White only
2. Black only
3. American Indian and Alaskan Native only
4. Asian and Pacific Islander only
5. Hispanic
6. Two or More Races

For the most recent 2010 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for Marema was:

Note: Any fields showing (S) means the data was suppressed for privacy so that the data does not in any way identify any specific individuals.

Data source

The last name data and ethnic breakdown of last names is sourced directly from the Decennial Census survey, conducted every 10 years by the United States Census Bureau.

The history and meaning of the name Marema was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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